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Investigation of PAN-based Nanofiber Air Filters for Effective Carbon Dioxide Adsorption
Haebin Park, Jungwoo Hong, Soyoung Moon, Taejoon Lee, Dongwon Kang, Kyungtaek Min
J Electr Electron Mater 2026;39(1):88-93.   Published online January 1, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4313/JEEM.2026.39.1.11
The continuous rise of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions highlights the urgent need for sustainable air purification technologies. Current Direct Air Capture (DAC) filters often rely on toxic amines, which limit long-term stability and safe application. Here, we report a non-toxic PAN-based nanofiber air filter fabricated by electrospinning and urea-assisted carbonization. Structural analyses confirmed the introduction of nitrogen functionalities that enhanced CO₂ affinity, while SEM and FT-IR revealed graphitic carbon formation. In air-chamber tests, the optimized carbonized nanofiber reduced CO₂ concentration from 25,000 ppm to 2,000 ppm, a level generally regarded as acceptable for indoor environments, while simultaneously removing over 95% of PM10, PM2.5, and PM0.1 particulates. This dual functionality, combined with facile fabrication and material safety, demonstrates strong potential for PAN-derived carbon nanofiber membranes in DAC systems and eco-friendly air purification devices. These findings suggest a viable pathway toward scalable, sustainable air-filter technologies for carbon-neutral applications.
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